fat lip
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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The Grizzlies have no consistent answer for Anthony Davis, no consistent match for the Lakers’ depth and now, a giant fat lip applied to the reckless mouth of one overmatched Brooks.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2023
"My baby got his first fat lip pushing his car down the driveway," she wrote.
From Fox News • Jan. 20, 2021
Remnick’s piece starts out with the president nursing a fat lip from a recent game.
From Slate • Jan. 22, 2014
As Butler has slogged through this season, Nored’s fat lip and capped front tooth from a gruesome on-court fall are indicative of the team’s struggles.
From New York Times • Feb. 14, 2012
I almost want to stay and hear where this goes, but my fat lip is getting fatter.
From "The Sun Is Also a Star" by Nicola Yoon
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